Today in High Prairie – July 19, 2019

Today in High Prairie! See what’s happening today in
town, local birthdays, celebrity birthdays, local history, world history and
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July 19, 1981: MLA Larry Shaben helps celebrate the grand
opening of the Enilda and District Recreation Centre.

July 19, 1992: Quin Sekulich and Misty Carpentier each
win gold medals at the Alberta Track Meet in Calgary. Sekulich wins the long
jump and triple jump while Carpentier wins the 3,000-metre run.

July 19, 1995: South Peace News reports on the $650,000
addition being built onto the Kapown Centre. Its completion was scheduled for
Sept. 4.

July 19, 2001: South Peace News’ Christmas 2000 edition
places second in the Canadian Communities Newspapers’ Association under 4,000
circulation class.

July 19, 2006: South Peace News reports that Tolko
Industries is considering its High Prairie mill for an I-Joist plant.

July 19, 2013: A fire causes extensive damage at L&L
Restaurant. The diner had not reopened by year’s end.

July 19, 2018: Sucker Creek First Nation opens $40,000
Serenidy Park in honour of one of its late children, who loved to play. The
same day, the Book Project is also launched.

This Day in World History – July 19

532 – Start of
Dionysian Pascal Cycle.

1553 – Lady Jane Grey, 15, deposed as England’s Queen
after 9 days.

1836 – HMS Beagle with Charles Darwin arrives in
Ascension Island.

1845 – Fire in NYC destroys 1,000 homes and kills many.

1869 – Louis Riel speaks; Red River Rebellion begins.

1879 – Doc Holliday kills for first time.

1912 – Meteorite explodes over Arizona, 16,000 pieces of
debris fall.

1939 – Dr. Roy P Scholz is 1st surgeon to use fiberglass
sutures.

1940 – Adolf Hitler orders Great Britain to surrender.

1941 – Tom and Jerry first appear under their own names
in cartoon.

1942 – German occupiers confiscate bicycles in Rotterdam
and The Hague.

1955 – Yarkon Water Project opens to supply water to
Negev desert.

1956 – US refuse to lend Egypt money to build Aswan Dam.

1957 – 1st rocket with nuclear warhead fired, Yucca Flat,
Nevada.

1961 – 1st in-flight movie shown on TWA.

1965 – Shooting begins on Star Trek’s 2nd pilot.

1969 – Apollo 11 goes into Moon orbit.

1975 – Apollo and Soyuz linked in orbit for 2 days,
separate.

1976 – Rock group Deep Purple disbands.

1979 – 2 supertankers collide off Tobago; 260,000 tons of
oil spill.

1984 – 1st female to captain a 747 across Atlantic.

2017 – Scientists say all plastic ever produced – 8.3
billion tonnes.

Today’s Horoscopes – July 19

Cancer [June 22 – July 22] – Expect to minister to the
needs of colleagues and family members today, Cancer. People may need to draw
on your insight into human nature in order to understand themselves and others.
Your common sense could prove invaluable. In the process of sharing your
wisdom, you might also shed some light on emotional situations of your own. You
could surprise yourself.

Leo [July 23 – Aug. 23] – Today you might feel especially
creative and intellectually inspired, Leo. You could discuss your ideas with
others. The process of communication could open up new doors in your mind, and
result in some fascinating insights concerning whatever you’re pursuing.
Sometime in the course of your conversations, don’t be surprised if you find
that one of your friends needs a sympathetic ear.

Virgo [Aug. 24 – Sept. 22] – A close friend or member of
your household could be having money problems, Virgo, and might want to draw
upon your business sense in order to make sense of the situation and find ways
to put it right. As you’re likely to be feeling especially sensitive to the
needs of others, you could be of valuable assistance to this person and anyone
else who needs some insight.

Libra [Sept. 23 – Oct. 23] – Heightened intuition could
lead to some interesting conversations, Libra. Others could be blown away by
your insights into their thoughts, feelings, and desires. You could also feel
more expressive than usual. You might want to channel some of that inspiration
into writing, speaking, or some other form of self-expression. Reading could
prove especially valuable at this time.

Scorpio [Oct. 24 – Nov. 22] – Your intuition and
inspiration could enhance your artistic talents, Scorpio. A powerful drive to
express the stories, pictures, or music in your mind could result in your
spending as much of the day as you can jotting down your thoughts and ideas.
You might spend most of your free time alone as a result.

Sagittarius [Nov. 23 – Dec. 21] – Moving ahead is the key
for today, Sagittarius. You should feel very optimistic and excited about your
goals. You’re probably confident that you will reach them and all will go well.
This positive attitude spills over into your personal relationships. You should
be in just the right frame of mind to encourage your friends to go for their
own dreams and give them whatever assistance they need.

Capricorn [Dec. 22 – Jan. 20] – Inspiration is the key
for today, Capricorn. You may feel highly motivated to move on with what others
consider impossible. Impossibility has never stopped you before, and you aren’t
likely to let it stop you now. You’re more likely to consider all contingencies
carefully in order to make them work. Friends could be inspired by your vision
and determination and follow your example.

Aquarius [Jan. 21 – Feb. 18] – An increased understanding
of different cultures as well as curiosity about the people who live there
might spur you to learn more about those places. Friends or groups could be
involved in some way. You may channel a lot of energy into intellectual
activities and inspire others to do the same. Take a walk at some point during
the day. You will need to clear your head.

Pisces [Feb. 19 – March 20] – The opportunity to increase
your income could spur you on to channel more energy and inspiration into
career matters, Pisces. Some intense dreams could reveal a lot about you and
your motivation, which might increase your self-awareness and make everything
easier for you. The drive to succeed in material and spiritual matters is
likely to play a powerful role in everything you do.

Aries [March 21 – April 20] – You might have the desire
for travel, perhaps to visit a friend who lives far away, Aries. You may
actually set the wheels in motion to make it happen. Social events could take
up your time this evening, and you could meet some interesting people. A friend
might need a sympathetic ear. Today you’re especially sensitive to others, so
be prepared to hear a sad story. Otherwise, your day should go well.

Taurus [April 21 – May 21] – Today you might hear about
opportunities to increase your income, Taurus, either in your current
employment, a new job, or perhaps by a project of your own. You may channel a
great deal of energy and inspiration toward this end. Others may want to pitch
in and help you. You’re likely to feel energetic and optimistic. This can work
in attracting still more new opportunities.

Gemini [May 22 – June 21] – All your relationships may be
enhanced by an increased sensitivity to the needs and feelings of others,
Gemini. You may provide melancholy friends with a sympathetic ear, or you may
give assistance in resolving problems. Rest assured that your efforts won’t go
unappreciated. You will probably grow closer to those who mean the most to you
now, including the very special person in your life.